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Kids Connection Corner

Ages 6-8 years

Are you looking to have fun and meet new friends? Check out these programs just for kids that focus on building friendships, social skills, confidence and more! 

Whether you have been living here for a while or have recently relocated to the area, join us for a fun activity while connecting and sharing experiences with other military youth in the community.

Christmas Creative Creations

Explore your creativity, make connections and have fun! Youth will use their artistic talents and a variety of arts and crafts materials to create unique holiday themed artwork on their own or together with their peers. Activities include a candy cane mouse, card crafting, step-by-step holiday painting, and ornament making!

Date: Thursday, December 4

Time: 6:00 – 8:00 pm

Location: MFRC

Register: online, in-person or call 780-973-4011 ext. 528-6300

Open to: youth from CAF, Veteran, Defence Community families and Families of the Fallen


Holiday Movie Night

Ages: 6-15 years

Get into the holiday spirit at PJ & Popcorn Movie Night! Youth can get cozy in their pj’s, enjoy some snacks and watch the holiday favourite Elf while connecting with their peers. Popcorn and refreshments will be offered during the movie. 

Date: Friday, December 5

Time: 6:00 – 8:00 pm

Location: MFRC

Register: online, in-person or call 780-973-4011 ext. 528-6300

Open to: youth from CAF, Veteran, Defence Community families and Families of the Fallen


Choose Your Own Adventure

Ages: 6 - 15 years

Adventure awaits at the MFRC! Come explore video games, art materials or board games…it’s your choice! Youth will have fun playing games, building friendships, social skills, confidence and more.  

Date: Friday, December 12

Time: 6:00 – 8:00 pm

Location: MFRC

Register: online, in-person or call 780-973-4011 ext. 528-6300

Open to: youth from CAF, Veteran, Defence Community families and Families of the Fallen


Game Night!

Ages: 6 - 15 years

Join us for some fun and friendly competition, playing board games and meeting new friends! Youth are invited to test their knowledge and quick-thinking skills as they work together with their peers to brainstorm and problem solve while making connections with each other.  A variety of board games will be available for youth to play in pairs or in groups. Some games include, but are not limited to, Monopoly, Twister, Draw It, Uno and more!

Date: Thursday, December 18

Time: 6:00 – 8:00 pm

Location: MFRC

Register: online, in-person or call 780-973-4011 ext. 528-6300

Open to: youth from CAF, Veteran, Defence Community families and Families of the Fallen


Youth Game & Trivia Night

Ages: 6 - 15 years

Join us for some fun and friendly competition, playing board games, playing trivia and meeting new friends! Youth are invited to test their knowledge and quick-thinking skills as they work together with their peers to brainstorm and problem solve while making connections with each other.  A variety of board games and card games will be available for youth to play in pairs or in groups. Youth will also have the chance to take part in a trivia game to test their knowledge and enjoy some friendly competition for fun prizes!

Date: Thursday, January 15

Time: 6:00 – 8:00 pm

Location: MFRC

Register: online, in-person or call 780-973-4011 ext. 528-6300

Open to: youth from CAF, Veteran, Defence Community families and Families of the Fallen

 

PJ, Popcorn & Movie Night

Join us for PJ, Popcorn & Movie Night! Youth can wear their pj’s, enjoy some snacks and watch the animated comedy film Despicable Me 4 while they connect with their peers. Popcorn and refreshments will be offered during the movie.

Date: Friday, January 16

Time: 6:00 – 8:00 pm

Location: MFRC

Register: online, in-person or call 780-973-4011 ext. 528-6300

Open to: youth from CAF, Veteran, Defence Community families and Families of the Fallen


PJ, Popcorn & Movie Night

Join us for PJ, Popcorn & Movie Night! Youth can wear their pj’s, enjoy some snacks and watch the animated musical film Trolls Band Together while they connect with their peers. Popcorn and refreshments will be offered during the movie.

Date: Friday, February 6

Time: 6:00 – 8:00 pm

Location: MFRC

Register: online, in-person or call 780-973-4011 ext. 528-6300

Open to: youth from CAF, Veteran, Defence Community families and Families of the Fallen

 

Creative Creations

Explore your creativity, make connections and have fun! Youth will use their artistic talents and a variety of arts and crafts materials to create unique holiday themed artwork on their own or together with their peers. Activities include creating dream catchers, clay fridge magnets, and valentine card making!

Date: Thursday, February 12

Time: 6:00 – 8:00 pm

Location: MFRC

Register: online, in-person or call 780-973-4011 ext. 528-6300

Open to: youth from CAF, Veteran, Defence Community families and Families of the Fallen


Video Game Tournament 

Gamers, start your engines! Get ready to test your skills against your peers in our epic Mario Cart Tournament. Compete in a series of high-speed challenges, earn points and race your way to the finish line. Who will win the title of Tournament Champion…could it be you?

Date: Thursday, February 26

Time: 6:00 – 8:00 pm

Location: MFRC

Register: online, in-person or call 780-973-4011 ext. 528-6300

Open to: youth from CAF, Veteran, Defence Community families and Families of the Fallen

 

Game Night!

Ages: 6 – 15 years

Join us for some fun and friendly competition, playing board games and meeting new friends! Youth are invited to test their knowledge and quick-thinking skills as they work together with their peers to brainstorm and problem solve while making connections with each other.  A variety of board games will be available for youth to play in pairs or in groups. Some games include, but are not limited to, Monopoly, Twister, Draw It, Uno and more!

Date: Friday, February 27

Time: 6:00 – 8:00 pm

Location: MFRC

Register: online, in-person or call 780-973-4011 ext. 528-6300

Open to: youth from CAF, Veteran, Defence Community families and Families of the Fallen


PJ, Popcorn & Movie Night

Ages: 6 - 15 years

Join us for PJ, Popcorn & Movie Night! Youth can wear their pj’s, enjoy some snacks and watch the live-action comedy film Lilo & Stitch (2025) while they connect with their peers. Popcorn and refreshments will be offered during the movie.

Date: Friday, March 6

Time: 6:00 – 8:00 pm

Location: MFRC

Register: online, in-person or call 780-973-4011 ext. 528-6300

Open to: youth from CAF, Veteran, Defence Community families and Families of the Fallen

 

B-I-N-G-O!

Did somebody say BINGO? Youth will play rounds of BINGO to WIN prizes while connecting with their peers.

Date: Thursday, March 12

Time: 6:00 – 8:00 pm

Location: MFRC

Register: online, in-person or call 780-973-4011 ext. 528-6300

Open to: youth from CAF, Veteran, Defence Community families and Families of the Fallen

 

Choose Your Own Adventure

Ages: 6 - 15 years

Adventure awaits at the MFRC! Come explore video games, art materials or board games…it’s your choice! Youth will have fun playing games, building friendships, social skills, confidence and more.  

Date: Friday, March 20

Time: 6:00 – 8:00 pm

Location: MFRC

Register: online, in-person or call 780-973-4011 ext. 528-6300

Open to: youth from CAF, Veteran, Defence Community families and Families of the Fallen